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Alyssa Stoltz

Banff, AB

After having the opportunity to live in Banff in 2015, I was hooked. I have been back 1-2 times per year ever since! I have been obsessed with finding beautiful places, amazing eats, and joyful activities! Now I’m here to share them with you!

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My Recommendations

Image - Bow Falls Viewpoint
Place
Bow Falls Viewpoint
Alyssa:Bow Falls is a great place to start! It is a short walk from the city center and the views are breathtaking.
Image - Surprise Corner Viewpoint
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Surprise Corner Viewpoint
Alyssa:This one typically requires a car but can be accessed by a short hike! It offers a great viewpoint for first time visitors.
Image - Bow Lake
Place
Bow Lake
Alyssa:Bow Lake is one of my absolutely favourite stops! It’s a bit of a drive but it is worth every second.
Image - Johnston Canyon
Place
Johnston Canyon
Image - Sulphur Mountain
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Sulphur Mountain
Image - Natural Bridge
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Natural Bridge
Image - Emerald Lake
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Emerald Lake
Image - Moraine Lake
Place
Moraine Lake
Alyssa:The most stunning views you will find in the world. This is the number one place for any visitor to stop. It can be hard to access by car in the summer but they run a shuttle bus from Lake Louise. That is the best way to access the lake.
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Image - Fairmont Banff Springs
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Fairmont Banff Springs
Image - Banff National Park Administration Building
Place
Banff National Park Administration Building
Image - Banff Upper Hot Springs
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Banff Upper Hot Springs
Image - Stoney Squaw Mountain
Place
Stoney Squaw Mountain
Image - Peyto Lake
Place
Peyto Lake
Image - Mount Norquay Lookout
Place
Mount Norquay Lookout
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Meal Ideas

Image - Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar
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Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar
Alyssa:Looking for a bite to eat? This place first opened in 2016 and it was a hit! The food is great and the drinks are great. It is a bit on the pricier side but it is a great stop with a great atmosphere.
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Image - Rocky Mountain Bagel Co
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Rocky Mountain Bagel Co
Image - Rocky Mountain Flatbread Banff
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread Banff
Image - Tony Roma's
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Tony Roma's
Image - Bear Street Tavern
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Bear Street Tavern
Image - The Grizzly House
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The Grizzly House
Image - Magpie & Stump Restaurant
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Magpie & Stump Restaurant

Activities

If you’re looking for tours or group activities, I’ve done all of these first hand. These are the ones I have loved!

Shopping

Image - Cascade Shops
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Cascade Shops
Alyssa:If you forgot anything for your trip to the mountains, Cascade Shops has everything you could want! They have a food court and many shops.
Image - Patagonia Banff
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Patagonia Banff
Image - Roots
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Roots

Wonderguide map

  1. Bow Falls Viewpoint
  2. Surprise Corner Viewpoint
  3. Bow Lake
  4. Johnston Canyon
  5. Sulphur Mountain
  6. Natural Bridge
  7. Emerald Lake
  8. Moraine Lake
  9. Fairmont Banff Springs
  10. Banff National Park Administration Building
  11. Banff Upper Hot Springs
  12. Stoney Squaw Mountain
  13. Peyto Lake
  14. Mount Norquay Lookout
  15. Park Distillery Restaurant and Bar
  16. Rocky Mountain Bagel Co
  17. Rocky Mountain Flatbread Banff
  18. Tony Roma's
  19. Bear Street Tavern
  20. The Grizzly House
  21. Magpie & Stump Restaurant
  22. Discover Banff Tours
  23. Warner Stables - Banff Trail Riders
  24. Banff Gondola
  25. Brewster Sightseeing
  26. Cascade Shops
  27. Patagonia Banff
  28. Roots

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